Terms & Conditions

Permanent Cosmetics:

A booking fee of £50 will be taken at the time of booking to secure an appointment for a fixed time on a fixed date. This fee is NON-REFUNDABLE. However, a discount of the same amount - £50 - will be deducted from the treatment charge, provided that the treatment is undertaken on the same fixed time on the same fixed day.

The treatment fee includes the initial treatment and one follow-up retouch treatment. Any other work undertaken will be the subject of a separate charge.

The re-touch treatment which is included in the treatment price must be carried out within 6-12 weeks of the initial treatment. If not undertaken within this period, any subsequent re-touch treatment will be charged at the appropriate fee in place at the date the treatment is carried out.

To avoid unfair delay to other clients, if you are more than 15 minutes late for an appointment, it will be necessary to reschedule to a future date. This may result in the loss of your booking fee and your incurring additional charges and potentially a long wait for another appointment.

The client is ultimately responsible for agreeing the colour, shape and position of treatment to be undertaken.

Except in the case of negligence on the part of Beautissima no refunds will be granted or claims accepted.

Other Treatments:

A booking fee, equivalent to half of the treatment price, will be taken at the time of booking to secure an appointment for a fixed time on a fixed date (e.g. a treatment cost of £35 will require a £17.50 booking fee). This fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.

To avoid unfair delay to other clients, if you are more than 15 minutes late for an appointment, it will be necessary to re-schedule to a future date. This will result in the loss of your booking fee and potentially a long wait for a re-scheduled appointment.

Except in the case of negligence on the part of Beautissima no refunds will be granted or claims accepted.

Treatments

Eyes

Do you find it difficult applying make-up yourself? Maybe you're a sporty person bored of the dubious claims of waterproof make-up? Or perhaps you simply want to look perfectly groomed all of the time without the effort?

Permanent Eye Treatments are a long-lasting solution for anyone who wants perfect eyes without the hassle. Mellissa can create anything from subtle lash enhancements to perfectly defined eyeliners; she can give you a perfect classic pencil look, a liquid liner with a seamless flick or a sultry eye. However subtle or dramatic, an eye treatment can transform your morning routine - you'll wake up with meticulously defined eyes that give you an instant, wide-awake and fresh faced start to the day.

Permanent Eye Treatments can also be a life-changing solution for those who suffer from alopecia, for chemotherapy patients and for people who have lost their lashes as a result of an accident or injury.

Whatever your reasons, Beautissima can help make an incredible difference to your appearance.

As always Mellissa's work is amazing! I've just had my eyeliner done, I love it! You're an absolute perfectionist & I can't recommend you enough!Jayne Mitchell

Mellissa is an inspiration! I have recommended many of my clients to her and they have all been as happy as me with the results.Charlotte Butcher

Having my Eyeliner done has made my life so much easier - I wake up, work out and go swimming with no smudging! It's amazing and so is Mellissa!Emma Wright

As a make-up artist I recommend all my clients to Mellissa.Colleen Phelan

So glad I found you Mellissa - worth your weight in gold with how you have made me feel.Lisa Jacobs

Mellissa has been tattooing my eyebrows and eye liner for over a year. She is friendly, caring and most of all a perfectionist.Cathie Neasom

What are Permanent Eyes?

It's all about creating illusions. To give the appearance of fuller lashes and more defined eyes, Mellissa applies a series of tiny dots between the lashes combined with some shading. For further definition Mellissa uses a highly precise Micropigmentation tool to create everything from a soft and shaded line to a more extravagant Alexa Chung inspired Latino flick.

Please note all pictures were taken immediately after the procedure and will fade to the chosen pigment colour within 7-10 days.

The treatment in detail:

A Permanent Eye treatment is a three-part process that is usually completed in two appointments. This consists of an initial consultation, the treatment itself and a follow-up appointment, all of which are included in the price quoted and are listed in detail below:

The Consultation

Megan Fox, Cheryl Cole, Twiggy or somewhere in between? The Beautissima process starts with a thorough one-to-one consultation. You can either keep your consultation separate from your treatment or, as most clients prefer, you can combine it with your treatment.

You will be asked about the look you want and your reasons for considering Permanent Make-Up; whether it's a fresh face for the school run, a polished look for work or a more dramatic transformation to match your hectic social life. Subtle or celebrity glamorous - it's your choice. Whatever your reasons, you can expect the same honest advice and an expert opinion before you commit to any treatment.

All the options will be talked through and the whole process explained, as well as going through a few essential health checks, so you're completely comfortable before starting your treatment. Your trip to Beautissima should be an enjoyable experience so we'll do everything to make it feel that way.

Once a decision has been made, Mellissa will draw on your eyes with a make-up pencil and won't start the tattooing process until you are totally happy.

The Treatment

Using a specialist low frequency tattooing machine, Mellissa will gently apply pigment to the skin using very fine needles. There should be little discomfort felt, although you may feel small 'vibrations' as she works. The treatment takes about two to two and a half hours and you will be given breaks should you need them. Initially, the colour of your eyes will appear 40%-50% darker than the pigment chosen but this will fade within 7-10 days.

The Retouch

The next part of the treatment is a follow-up appointment which is usually 6-12 weeks after your initial treatment. The reason for this second appointment is to go over the treated area to add more pigment because after healing takes place, there is the possibility that one or two areas might not have held the pigment as well as the rest.

Additional information:

How long does it last?

As the name suggests, permanent cosmetics won't wash off at the end of the day, week or year, however the amount of time it lasts varies from person to person dependent on various different factors such as: skin characteristics, use of certain medication, natural skin undertones, personal pH balance of skin (which can vary from visit to visit), diet, alcohol intake and smoking and post treatment care. The intensity of the colour will fade as your skin regenerates, which is why we strongly advise that you come back to Beautissima for a Colour Boost roughly every 6-18 months to restore colour intensity. As Mellissa says "it's important to remember that Permanent Make-Up is a low maintenance not a no maintenance treatment". This is a good thing because as we age, our preferences change and trends change. Over time your permanent cosmetics can change with you.

Loved by the beauty press and enthusiasts across the globe, LVL Enhance adds length, volume and lift to natural eyelashes. With no extensions, no adhesive and no mascara. Celebrity make-up artist, Lisa Eldridge says “LVL is one of the quickest ways to brighten and lift your entire face.”

You have done SUCH a great job with my LVL Enhance - the curl has lasted for so long!Angeline Davies

Just loving my new fluttery lashes! Thanks so much!Sarah Walker

Thank you so much for foing my LVL Enhance - my lashes are amazing! Another treatment I can't live without!Jo Davey

What is LVL Enhance?

Ideal for those seeking a more natural look - unlike a traditional lash perm, LVL Enhance straightens your natural lashes at the root, creating the appearance of longer, thicker lashes. Plus the added lash tint creates a mascara-style effect, so your lashes are perfect from the moment you wake up. The result is breathtakingly longer looking lashes and wide, sparkly eyes.

Additional information:

How long do the results last?

An LVL treatment can last between 6-8 weeks - the natural life cycle of an eyelash.

How long does the treatment take?

An LVL treatment takes around 45 minutes to apply and is very comfortable.

Who needs it?

This treatment is ideal for everyone who likes a groomed, wide-eyed look with minimal effort and maintenance. Sports people particularly appreciate not having to worry about mascara smearing during a hard work-out or a water-based training session. It's also a great holiday treat, whether you're heading for the beach or the ski slopes.